San Diego

San Diego is a city located on the Pacific coast of California, United States. It is the second-largest city in California and the eighth-largest city in the United States. Known for its mild year-round climate, natural deep-water harbor, extensive beaches, and long association with the United States Navy, San Diego is also a major hub for healthcare and biotechnology development.

History

San Diego was originally inhabited by the Kumeyaay people. The first European to visit the region was Portuguese explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, sailing under the flag of Castile, who claimed the bay for the Spanish Empire in 1542. The city was later part of the Spanish missions and presidios established by Junípero Serra.

Geography

San Diego is located on the Pacific coast of California and is bordered by Ocean Beach to the west, Mission Bay to the east, and the San Diego Bay to the south. The city has a diverse topography with coastal plains, rolling hills, canyons, and mountains.

Economy

San Diego's economy is largely composed of agriculture, biotechnology/biosciences, computer sciences, electronics manufacturing, defense-related manufacturing, financial and business services, ship repair, ship construction, software development, telecommunications, wireless research, and tourism.

Culture

San Diego is known for its many popular attractions, such as the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld San Diego, and Balboa Park. The city is also known for its craft brewing industry and hosts several food and wine festivals annually.

Education

San Diego is home to several institutions of higher education, including the University of California, San Diego, San Diego State University, and University of San Diego.

Infrastructure

San Diego is served by the San Diego International Airport, the busiest single-runway airport in the United States.

See also

• List of cities in California
• Southern California

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  San Diego skyline
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  La Jolla Shores view
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  Mission San Diego
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  Balboa Park
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  Cortez Hill, San Diego
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  Balboa Theatre, San Diego
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  Kumeyaay
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  The landing of Cabrillo on California
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  Mission San Diego, c. 1820
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  José María Estudillo
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  Casa de Estudillo courtyard
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  Battle of San Pasqual by William H. Meyers c1846